{"product_id":"2024-cervelo-aspero-gravel-bike-apex-xplr-axs-1","title":"2024 Cervelo Aspero Gravel Bike - Apex XPLR AXS 1","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn 2019, the Áspero revolutionized the gravel biking scene, ushering in a \"new era of speed\" that blended exhilaration with efficiency. Staying true to its roots, the latest Áspero model enhances its design with key updates: a threaded bottom bracket shell for increased durability,\u003cstrong\u003e cleaner cable routing\u003c\/strong\u003e for a sleeker look, and a \u003cstrong\u003eUniversal Derailleur Hanger\u003c\/strong\u003e (UDH) compatible with SRAM’s latest drivetrains. Additionally, the new Áspero boasts improved \u003cstrong\u003eaerodynamics\u003c\/strong\u003e—not merely to cut through the wind faster, but to conserve energy more effectively. The minor aerodynamic gains could mean saving the energy equivalent of one less gel after a grueling day against the wind—certainly a worthwhile trade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFurther refinements include \u003cstrong\u003elowered seat stays\u003c\/strong\u003e for added compliance, slightly reduced front-end stiffness to ease fatigue in long races, and \u003cstrong\u003eincreased mud clearance\u003c\/strong\u003e inspired by insights from the R5-CX and the challenging conditions at Unbound 2023. These enhancements, though subtle, collectively elevate the Áspero. The result is a bike that remains faithful to the feel of the original yet offers faster, more comfortable, and more versatile performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theoddspoke.com.au\/assets\/images\/Cervelo-Aspero-APEX-XPLR-AXS-1---Sea-Ice_Action.jpg\" style=\"float: left; width: 500px; height: 305px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features of the Aspero\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThreaded Bottom Bracket:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Aspero incorporates the innovative T47a threaded bottom bracket first introduced on the R5-CX. This asymmetrical design is not only simple and rider-serviceable but also combines the advantages of the BBRight system in a more user-friendly format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal Derailleur Hanger:\u003c\/strong\u003e Embracing SRAM's Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH), the new Aspero ensures future-proof compatibility with current and upcoming SRAM Transmission drivetrains. It's the perfect setup for those who like a bit of 'business in the front, party in the back' style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Cable Routing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aspero benefits from the same bearing dimensions used in the R5, Soloist, R5-CX, and Caledonia models. This compatibility allows the use of various bearing caps and stems. For those seeking a sleek, race-ready appearance, the ST31 stem and HB13 handlebar from the R5 are ideal for achieving a fully internal look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\t\u003ctbody\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eSIZES\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eFORK\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eCervélo All-Carbon, Tapered Aspero Fork\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eHEADSET\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eFSA IS2 1-1\/4 x 1-1\/2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eSTEM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eCervélo ST36 Alloy, w Cable Management\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eHANDLEBAR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eCervélo AB09 Carbon, 31.8mm clamp, 16 degree flare\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eSEATPOST\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eCervélo SP19 Carbon 27.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eSADDLE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003ePrologo Dimension STN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eSHIFTERS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eSRAM Apex AXS, 12 speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eBRAKE CALIPERS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eSRAM Apex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eBRAKE ROTOR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eSRAM Centerline Centerlock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eREAR DERAILLEUR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eSRAM Apex XPLR AXS, 12 speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eCASSETTE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eSRAM Apex XLPR, 11-44, 12 speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eCHAIN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eSRAM Apex, 12 speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eCRANKSET\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eSRAM Apex 1, 40T, DUB Wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eBOTTOM BRACKET\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eSRAM DUB Wide, T47 BBright\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eWHEELS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eFulcrum Rapid Red 300, 12x100(F)\/142(R), 24H, 24mm IW, HG freehub, centerlock, tubeless compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eTHRU AXLES\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eCervelo Aero Thru-Axles, 12x100\/142\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eTIRES\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eWTB Vulpine TCS Light Fast Rolling Dual DNA 60tpi 700x40c\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eACCESSORIES\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003eSmartpak 400A Top Tube Storage Bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Cervelo","offers":[{"title":"S \/ Sea Ice","offer_id":43855344009411,"sku":"0J0ASBXA2A51","price":5498.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/2609\/5299\/files\/0J0ASBXA2A.jpg?v=1723030444","url":"https:\/\/fb539f-da.myshopify.com\/products\/2024-cervelo-aspero-gravel-bike-apex-xplr-axs-1","provider":"The Odd Spoke","version":"1.0","type":"link"}